Video Storytelling (Post-production and Video editing)

Workshop Description:

This online workshop builds on the concepts introduced in Video Storytelling (Pre-Production & Production) from July and focuses on transforming raw footage into a compelling story. Participants will learn the fundamentals of video editing, from organizing clips and building a narrative to adding music, text, and visual elements that enhance audience engagement.

Using free and accessible editing tools, students will explore the complete post-production process and learn how to create polished short-form videos that effectively communicate their research, fieldwork, or summer experiences.

Goals:

• Understand the key stages of the post-production process.
• Learn how to organize, select, and sequence footage to tell a clear story.
• Develop basic editing skills
• Explore techniques for incorporating music, captions, text, and transitions effectively.
• Gain confidence in creating engaging shortform videos.

Agenda:

-Quick recap of Pre-Production and Production workshop from July

- Develop an understanding of post-production fundamentals.

-45 minute interactive session with live demo examples.

-15 minute Q&A.